Prayer is a language of life. It is the common expression of every culture and religion. Today Dr. John focuses on the prayer of Jonah. From watery billows and the depth of a fishy belly, Jonah calls out to God for the first time in this book. Like Jonah, the crisis we experience may be the call we need. 

The Boundless Compassion of God: Holding two polar positions as one may feel like a tug of war. We may get pulled to one extreme or the other. God is both just and loving, with infinite measure and glorious perfection. How can He be merciful and holy towards fallen humanity? The book of Jonah presents that question through the life, action and words of the prophet. In this 10-session series, Dr. John calls us to a holistic worship of God. He also points us to the example greater than Jonah. Jesus is the prefection of righteousness and compassion. 

The Old Testament makes it clear - God's heart is for the deliverance of all people, Jew and Gentile. Today Dr. John reminds us that while Jonah kept Assyrians at a distance, God extended His mercy. It would take a watery rescue to make Jonah understand. 

The Boundless Compassion of God: Holding two polar positions as one may feel like a tug of war. We may get pulled to one extreme or the other. God is both just and loving, with infinite measure and glorious perfection. How can He be merciful and holy towards fallen humanity? The book of Jonah presents that question through the life, action and words of the prophet. In this 10-session series, Dr. John calls us to a holistic worship of God. He also points us to the example greater than Jonah. Jesus is the prefection of righteousness and compassion. 

Christians are prone to thinking that we hold a monopoly on God's goodness. But God's compassion is infinite. Dr. John points to the contrast of a rebellious prophet and pagan sailors. The sailors recognized God's Hand even before Jonah. Those with no faith foundation made vows and prayer to the one true God.

The Boundless Compassion of God: Holding two polar positions as one may feel like a tug of war. We may get pulled to one extreme or the other. God is both just and loving, with infinite measure and glorious perfection. How can He be merciful and holy towards fallen humanity? The book of Jonah presents that question through the life, action and words of the prophet. In this 10-session series, Dr. John calls us to a holistic worship of God. He also points us to the example greater than Jonah. Jesus is the prefection of righteousness and compassion. 

We read in the news or see on TV, criminals who run or race from the police. Since they rarely escape, why do it? The offenders are moved by guilt. Today Dr. John speaks of Jonah who runs from an omnipresent God. Did he expect to hide? It seems that guilt can move God's prophet as well. We are no different.

The Boundless Compassion of God: Holding two polar positions as one may feel like a tug of war. We may get pulled to one extreme or the other. God is both just and loving, with infinite measure and glorious perfection. How can He be merciful and holy towards fallen humanity? The book of Jonah presents that question through the life, action and words of the prophet. In this 10-session series, Dr. John calls us to a holistic worship of God. He also points us to the example greater than Jonah. Jesus is the prefection of righteousness and compassion. 

We are all in need of God's mercy, and are glad to receive it! Today Dr. John reminds us through Jonah, that it is possible to debate with God when He extends mercy to those we consider unworthy of it. Listen as God begins to unfold His boundless compassion for a sinful city and a rebellious prophet.

The Boundless Compassion of God: Holding two polar positions as one may feel like a tug of war. We may get pulled to one extreme or the other. God is both just and loving, with infinite measure and glorious perfection. How can He be merciful and holy towards fallen humanity? The book of Jonah presents that question through the life, action and words of the prophet. In this 10-session series, Dr. John calls us to a holistic worship of God. He also points us to the example greater than Jonah. Jesus is the prefection of righteousness and compassion. 

Faith in God does not reach just to the probable or possible. We do that when exercising trust in one another: but with God, our faith reaches to the impossible. Today Dr. John teaches on the impossible wonder God performed for Abraham. Abraham believed that God would do what He promised. So when we trust God for more than the possible in our lives, we exercise faith like Abraham.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Very early in church history, believers had to recognize what the mark of Christianity was. As the gospel spread beyond the country and culture of israel, the church debated what the identification of God's promise was. Dr. John teaches that the mark of the gospel was faith. Faith was and is the sign of God's covenant.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

It is one thing to change your own name out of preference. It is another thing to have someone else change our name. Now the change has meaning. God changed Abram's name to Abraham. Dr. John teaches us today that the new name was a reference point for Abraham. It would always remind him of God's promise. 

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Bestowing a name upon an infant is an act of promise. It becomes their identity we trust they will grow in to. We want "Faith" to become faithful or "Hunter" to explore the fullness of life. Dr. John teaches today on the Names of God revealed to Abraham. The names are promises, not of what God will become, but of who God is.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

We rarely have trouble with God's grace. In fact, it is our hope and prayer. God's grace only becomes a problem when it extends to people we think don’t deserve it. Today Dr. John teaches on the favour of God towards Hagar and Ishmael. We expect the blessing of God upon Sarah and Isaac, but God's favour flows beyond our expectations. 

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

All human actions have consequences. We assume that we can predict and control what those will be. But any action outside of the will of God produces effects beyond our control and our wishes. Sin reaps judgement and death.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

We are to abandon any confidence in our presumed abilities. Each day we renew our commitment to trust in the promise and power of God. In the tension between Ishmael and Isaac, between what we can do and what God promises - trust the Words of God. 

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Coming to God is an exchange of what we could never do, for what He has done. He did it all and we are invited to believe. And so we learn to surrender to Christ by faith, trusting in His power and His power alone.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

The most high God gives to Abram an image he will never forget. It is an emblem of assurance on which to found his faith. God signs a contract that He will keep His word.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Can God be trusted? If you are a Christian, you feel obligated to answer "Yes." But don't ask the question intellectually. Examine the practical, experiential faith of the heart in your daily routine. Are you trusting God moment by moment? He is worthy of our faith. 

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

It's been suggested that we learn who we truly are by losing. But winning will also reveal our default nature. Dr. John teaches today about Abraham's response after a victorius battle. He honours Melchizadek but refuses to honour the King of Sodom. Listen and understand the difference.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Doing what is right is especially challenging when we think we might benefit by doing what is wrong. Today Dr. John teaches that when Lot was captured in battle, it wouldn't be the worst thing for Abraham's flocks and pastures. Pressed between what is right or what is beneficial, what would Abraham do?  

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

We are built so that our forward motion follows our eyes. A motorcylist knows that if they turn their heads, the bike will eventually follow. Today, Dr. John reminds us that if we are to make forward motion in our pilgrimage, we need to lift our eyes higher - not simply to see the bigger picture, but to see God.

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Self defence is more than a physical response. We also defend our reputations, time, possessions and perceived rights. If any of these are infringed upon, we fight for our rights. Dr. John holds Abraham before us as a peacemaker. Abraham trusted in God's protection and provision. What about you? 

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.

Throughout our spiritual journey, we often weave around obstacles of our own making. Abraham is on a pilgrimage to the land of promise - but he gets sidetracked in Egypt. Today Dr. John teaches that our lack of faith in God's promises leads to problems we try to fix on our own. We don't need man-made solutions to man-made problems. We need the grace of God. 

Abraham: Father of All Who Believe: The faith of Abraham is the basis for our faith today. To study Abraham is to study the life of faith. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend”, a title used of no one else in Scripture. In this four – week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the significance of Abraham’s life of faith and its importance in laying a foundation for God's people to follow.